Crema's Take
“Gold Lion draws a genuinely warm crowd—swing dancers, writers, travelers—who come for the creative cocktails and stay for the bohemian energy that somehow feels both lively and calm. The food matches the vibe with inventive options like French Quarter dip and vegan pizza, and the staff, especially bar manager Holly, treat every visitor like they've been coming for years. This is the kind of third place that actually delivers on the promise of community, not just the aesthetic.”
What to expect
Specialty coffee, with creative signature drinks. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →The friendliest people - the new host (whose name I didn't get), the very nice bar manager Holly, the customers, many of whom were swing dancing to classic big band and jazz music. The vibe - bohemian, kind, welcoming, warm and happening. The food - well, the French Dip Au Jus I…
Such a cute cafe! We came across it while traveling through Richmond and because they have vegan options, we had to stop! We got the French quarter dip and the cheese pizza with vegan pepperonis. We all fell in love with their food it was so delicious and the atmosphere and cafe…
Had breakfast at Gold Lion Café around 10:30 on a Saturday, and the place had such a great vibe. A writing group was quietly meeting, most of the other tables were full, and it felt lively but still calm and welcoming. I ordered an egg and cheese with tempeh bacon, a side of…
Very glad we found this place! The space is very cool and comfortable. Fun that it was fully set up from Halloween. The people working were warm and friendly. The food was absolutely delicious. I think there was only one person working in the kitchen, maybe, because my food…
Gold Lion Community Cafe is one of the most beautiful spots in Richmond. From the decor, to the art, the food, and the staff, every bit of it was a phenomenal experience. The cocktails were creative and delicious, and I would come back for the panipuri alone. The owner is such a…
Crema Reviews
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